Siphonic Flushing
Siphonic flushing is a toilet flushing mechanism that uses a combination of water and suction to effectively remove waste. It works as follows:
Trapway Design: The toilet has a specially designed trapway that creates a siphon effect during flushing. This design ensures a strong suction to pull waste through the pipes .
Flushing Process: When flushed, water enters the bowl, filling it to a specific level. The rapid entry of water triggers a siphoning action in the trapway, pulling the waste down into the drain .
Benefits:
Quieter operation compared to other systems.
Effective at preventing clogs due to the siphon’s strong pull .
Drawbacks:
Requires more water for proper operation compared to washdown systems.
Typically has a larger and elongated bowl to accommodate the mechanism .
This system is preferred for its powerful flush and quiet operation, though it is less water-efficient than some alternatives.